This is a 3-week Program, which comprises a 1 week intensive at UniSC and 2 weeks working in India. Students will be working with Pollinate Group a social enterprise who empower women as leaders of change to distribute products that improve health, save time and save money for the world’s most neglected communities.
During the Pollinate Group Community Planning & Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship Program, UniSC students undertake the verification and mapping of informal communities and their built environment in Bangalore, India.
You will research and establish the form of community access and dispersion of services including water, power, technology and sanitation. You will also conduct interviews with community members about their work, household circumstances and their need for such services.
Additional research focuses on the materials, design and environmental conditions within communities. You gain experience communicating complex information in cross-cultural situations. At the conclusion of the program, you present your data and recommendations to Pollinate Group, in addition to submitting a final report based on your analyses.
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Where |
Bangalore, India |
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Provider |
Pollinate Group |
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When |
January 15th – February 6th 2024 |
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Costs |
$5300 approximately |
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UniSC course |
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Teaching Period |
Session 8 2023 |
Submit an Expression of Interest prior to the 16/10/2023 (please disregard the EOI heading mentioning 6/10/23 as the cut-off).
Once EOI's are submitted if you are accepted, after the EOI closing date, you will be sent additional forms to complete in International SONIA to assess your eligibility to enrol in the associated course and to ensure you meet other requirements for the program.
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You will be working on a real-world project and get the chance to internationalise your UniSC education and support the work of Pollinate Group in India. You will: · Visit and spend time understanding urban communities in India. · Be part of a high performing group of 10 to 12 participants. · Work in teams of 3 to 4 on strategic projects. · Join people from diverse areas of study. · Collaborate across cultures with your peers and the Pollinate Group. · Engage with a range of textual, multimedia and case-study resources. |
You will undertake research and provide a report and recommendations for Pollinates work in communities.
Anticipated costs : $5300
Flights: $1800^^
Pollinate Group Fellowship fee: $3000
Meals: $200^
Activities: $300^
What is not included in the costings?
- Airport transfers
- Passport (students arrange their own)
- Fees for visas
- Any required vaccinations
- Non program related transportation costs
- Tuition fee for associated course of enrolment (e.g. ENP200)
^ These costs are indicative only
^^ A return flight to your destination will be organised by Program leaders and booked through UniSC's corporate travel provider FCM. This cost is indicative and will be confirmed at the point of booking.
Students on UniSC activity are covered by the UniSC Insurance policy. To read through the policy, including inclusions and exclusions, refer to the Insurance Information for Students
Program leaders
Dr Nicholas Stevens - Urban Design and Town Planning
Important dates
| Date | Event |
| Expression of Interest closes | 16/10/2023 |
| Program dates | 15/01/2023 - 6/02/2024 |
Funding
New Colombo Plan funding.
This program has received New Colombo Plan (NCP) Mobility program funding, awarded by the Australian government. Eligible students will receive an offer for a $3000AUD grant to support their participation in the program.
If you submit a successful Expression of Interest you will be invited to complete an NCP Eligibility form.You can review the general eligibility criteria here, however please note the criteria may vary depending on the project and eligibility will be assessed on the point of receiving a completed NCP Eligibility form.
OS HELP
Overseas Student HELP loans (OS-HELP) are provided by the Commonwealth government to eligible HECS-HELP students undertaking various international experiences for credit. Eligible students can borrow up to $8,817 AUD for study in Asia. Please visit the OS-Help website to read the eligibility criteria and further information.
What next?
Submit an Expression of Interest prior to the 16/10/2023.
After the Expression of Interest closes, if your EOI is accepted by the associated academic, you will be invited to complete forms in International SONIA. This will be used to to determine your eligibility to enrol in the associated course, and complete other checks required before your place in the study tour can be confirmed.
Contact Dr Nicholas Stevens for more information.